Head of Maths (Senior School)

Cognita, in collaboration with Brighton College, is looking for an inspiring Head of Maths (Senior School) to commence in August 2025. This individual will oversee all elements of the mathematics curriculum at Key Stage 3 and beyond, as Brighton College (Singapore) transitions from a top-tier Prep School to one of the foremost all-through schools in the region, catering to students from Pre-Nursery to Year 13.

This role offers an exciting chance for an educational leader to influence the creation of a secondary curriculum that will equip students for admission to some of the world’s premier universities. The chosen candidate will play a crucial role in aligning the educational offerings with Brighton College's commitment to establishing a world-class academic institution, uniquely distinguished yet rooted in the Brighton College ethos. They should showcase the enthusiasm, knowledge, and ambition to take charge of the entire student experience in mathematics education at the secondary level.

Reporting directly to the Deputy Head Academic, the Head of Maths will lead the pedagogical direction of the mathematics curriculum, ensuring that teaching excellence is integrated across all Key Stages. The Senior School at Brighton College (Singapore) will officially launch in August 2025, initially serving Years 7, 8, 9, and 10. The Head of Maths will instruct all Key Stage 3 year groups and will be expected to spearhead the teaching and learning at IGCSE level and beyond as the school progresses from August 2026. Consequently, the candidate must have a proven history of achieving high academic outcomes at GCSE/IGCSE and A-level in previous positions.

This role presents a significant professional opportunity for either a current or aspiring Middle Leader, who is eager to develop a new department and create an innovative and intellectually engaging maths curriculum. Like all teaching positions at Brighton College, the successful applicant will be dedicated to nurturing well-educated, respectful, and inquisitive young individuals prepared to engage actively and positively in the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the teaching, progress, and achievement of all students in Years 7 to 10 starting in August 2025, and for subsequent senior year groups in the following years.
• Lead all facets of curriculum planning and delivery, including preparation for the inaugural IGCSE Year 10 cohort beginning in August 2025.
• Foster excellence, creativity, and innovation in every area of the maths curriculum.
• Commit to ongoing professional development.
• Manage all aspects of assessment, tracking, and reporting for mathematics.
• Exhibit the experience and capability to teach maths across all relevant Key Stages (including IGCSE/GCSE and A-level).
• Act as an exemplary classroom practitioner, leading by example.
• Develop and implement comprehensive self-evaluation processes.
• Design and manage the department’s extension and enrichment programs.
• Provide the expertise necessary to support students in future years with applications to prestigious universities, including Oxford and Cambridge and other top-tier institutions.
• Ensure that students have opportunities to prepare for and participate in international maths competitions, offering appropriate challenges.
• Collaborate closely with the Heads of EAL and AEN to create pathways for students requiring additional assistance.
• Partner with Prep School middle and senior leaders to facilitate a seamless transition from Year 6 to Year 7.
• Create the necessary curriculum and departmental documentation for current and prospective parents.
• Collaborate with the Head of Admissions to assess maths proficiency at entry to the Senior School.
• Contribute to the highest standards of safeguarding and the school’s pastoral system, serving as a tutor for a Senior School year group.
• Engage in the co-curricular activities of the school.
• Undertake any other reasonable management requests.

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